FDA Grants Breakthrough Device Designation for nQ Medical’s neuroQWERTY
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has granted breakthrough device designation to nQ Medical’s neuroQUERTY software,…
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Mutation in ATP13A2 Gene Linked to Nerve Cell Health and Possibly Parkinson’s, Study Says
A mutation in the ATP13A2 gene disrupts the transport of polyamines — positively charged molecules that interact with…
Genetic Factors May Contribute to Young-onset Parkinson’s, Study Suggests
People who develop Parkinson’s disease before the age of 50 may have been born with the defective brain cells…
Living Close to Major Roads Increases Parkinson’s Risk, According to Canadian Study
People who live less than 50 meters (about 54 yards) from major roads or 150 meters (164 yards) from a…
Imaging Technique Finds Key Neurons in Brain Interact, May Support More Targeted Treatments
Two key types of brain nerves cells affected by Parkinson’s disease — cholinergic neurons and dopaminergic neurons — communicate…
Cannabidiol Found to Reduce Anxiety-induced Tremors in Parkinson’s Patients, Study Shows
A single dose of cannabidiol (CBD) can decrease anxiety and tremor strength in people with Parkinson’s disease during…
Deleting Specific Region of Alpha-Synuclein Protein May Prevent Parkinson’s Symptoms, Fly Study Suggests
By deleting a section of alpha-synuclein, a protein that forms damaging clumps in the brains of Parkinson’s disease…